Introduction
To ensure optimal quality of your videos on Dailymotion, it's important to understand the different formats, resolutions, and bitrates supported by our platform. This article will help you choose the best parameters for your videos.
Supported format
Dailymotion accepts videos in MP4 format (.mp4). This format is universal and compatible with most devices and browsers.
Supported video resolutions
We support a wide variety of resolutions, from standard to high-definition formats. Our presets are divided into two main categories: horizontal formats (landscape) and vertical formats (portrait).
Horizontal formats (Landscape)
| Resolution | Ratio | fps | Video bitrate | Audio bitrate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 512×384 | 4:3 | 30 | 392 kbps | 64 kbps |
| 848×480 | 16:9 | 30 | 700 kbps | 128 kbps |
| 1280×720 | 16:9 | 30 | 2 Mbps | 128 kbps |
| 1280×720 | 16:9 | 60 | 2.5 Mbps | 128 kbps |
| 1920×1080 | 16:9 | 30 | 4.5 Mbps | 160 kbps |
| 1920×1080 | 16:9 | 60 | 5.5 Mbps | 160 kbps |
| 2560×1440 | 16:9 | 30 | 10 Mbps | 192 kbps |
| 2560×1440 | 16:9 | 60 | 12.5 Mbps | 192 kbps |
| 3840×2160 | 16:9 | 30 | 16 Mbps | 192 kbps |
| 3840×2160 | 16:9 | 60 | 20 Mbps | 192 kbps |
Vertical formats (Portrait)
| Resolution | Ratio | fps | Video bitrate | Audio bitrate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 384×640 | 9:16 | 30 | 392 kbps | 64 kbps |
| 480×848 | 9:16 | 30 | 700 kbps | 128 kbps |
| 720×1280 | 9:16 | 30 | 2 Mbps | 128 kbps |
| 720×1280 | 9:16 | 60 | 2.5 Mbps | 128 kbps |
| 1440×2560 | 9:16 | 60 | 12.5 Mbps | 192 kbps |
| 2160×3840 | 9:16 | 30 | 16 Mbps | 192 kbps |
| 2160×3840 | 9:16 | 60 | 20 Mbps | 192 kbps |
Understanding technical terms
Resolution
Resolution defines the number of pixels that make up your video, expressed as width × height. The higher the resolution, the sharper and more detailed the image.
Aspect Ratio
The aspect ratio is the relationship between the width and height of your video.
- 16:9: standard landscape format for most modern content
- 9:16: portrait format optimal for mobile devices and stories
- 4:3: traditional format for older content
Frames per second (fps)
The number of images displayed each second. A higher rate (60 fps) makes movements smoother, which is ideal for fast action, sports, and video games.
Video bitrate
Video bitrate determines the amount of data used for each second of video. A higher bitrate generally means better quality, but requires a faster internet connection.
Audio bitrate
Audio bitrate determines the sound quality of your video. Higher bitrates offer richer and more detailed sound.
Tips for optimizing your video quality
- Choose the right resolution: Higher is not always better. Adapt the resolution to your content and audience.
- Pay attention to bitrate: A bitrate that's too low can create compression artifacts. A bitrate that's too high can cause playback issues on slow connections.
- Vertical vs horizontal format: Use vertical format for content primarily intended for mobile devices, and horizontal format for more traditional content.
- Frame rate: Use 30 fps for most standard content and 60 fps only for content with a lot of fast movement.
- Balance quality and accessibility: Consider your audience and how they will view your content. Quality that's too high may be unnecessary if most viewers are using mobile devices.